YOUR STARS

VIRGO

23 AUG – 22 SEPT Your planet, Mercury, is going retrograde this week – which could affect your life on many levels. Plans can go haywire, delays can cause havoc and breakdowns can ruin your schedule. But all’s not lost – it’s the perfect time to reflect and recharge. You may want to down your tools and escape the rat race. It’s a week in which to mull over things, take time out and replenish the needs of body, mind and soul. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 21, 24, 35, 8, 25, 26

LIBRA

23 SEPT – 22 OCT If you’re a true Libra, you probably have difficulty making up your mind – a trait that’s heightened this week. You may dither in terms of what action to take to further your goals, or have trouble deciding what to wear. Weighing up options is part of your character, but try to control it – it could rob you of fun, time and money. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 39, 40, 51, 29, 31, 38

SCORPIO

23 OCT – 21 NOV The cosmic plotter and planner, Mercury, is going into reverse gear in your professional horoscope – so business schemes might not proceed without glitches. However, it’s a good time to re-evaluate your goals and restructure your plan of action. Proceed warily with business deals. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 17, 13, 50, 36, 20, 37

SAGITTARIUS

22 NOV – 20 DEC As a Sagittarius, travelling probably rates high on your priority list. But before you pack your bags, it would be wise to take into account that Mercury, lord of travel, goes into reverse gear this week. To avoid any disappointments, double-check your itinerary, allow for delays and have alternative plans in place. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 31, 21, 15, 12, 26, 29

CAPRICORN

21 DEC – 20 JAN It’s a week to give thought to the quality of your relationship and all you share with your partner. As a Capricorn you may tend to focus on the material and practical, but don’t overlook the importance of emotional support – it could strengthen the bond between you. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 5, 43, 47, 24, 2, 52

AQUARIUS

21 JAN – 18 FEB Communicating Mercury is going into reverse gear this week, which could help or hinder your relationship. Poor communication, talking at cross purposes and misunderstandings could sour your love-life. On the bright side, it’s a great time for you and your partner to re-assess your lifestyle and review your plans for the future. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 6, 3, 50, 51, 4, 33

PISCES

19 FEB – 20 MARCH The spotlight falls on your health and wellbeing, so it’s time to kick bad habits and cultivate a healthy lifestyle. If you’re addicted to something – a Pisces weakness – it’s time to take control and seek help, if need be. A wholesome diet and regular exercise are highly advisable. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 18, 45, 33, 16, 44, 48

ARIES

21 MARCH – 19 APRIL It’s a week to channel your energy into constructive outlets, lest you become irritable and snappy. As it is, it won’t take much to get your hackles up. Vigorous physical activities will do the trick, as will putting in extra hours at work. It’s also a good week to try new things – take a fresh route to the office, or try out a new restaurant. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 22, 27, 23, 9, 42, 30

TAURUS

20 APRIL – 20 MAY Unpredictability and change seem to be part of your life this week, which can be hard for a Taurus who likes to preserve the status quo. Digging in your heels may make matters worse, so try to be flexible. It’s also a week in which to ready yourself for possible confrontations. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 7, 19, 52, 3, 50, 14

GEMINI

21 MAY – 20 JUNE Your planet, Mercury, starts its retrograde motion this week, which is likely to affect communication. Words can let you down and misunderstandings can cause trouble. It’s thus a time in which you can’t rely on your gift of the gab, whether to talk yourself out of a tricky corner, clinch a business deal or promote an idea. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 10, 49, 11, 1, 23, 32

CANCER

21 JUNE – 21 JULY Mercury, ruler of commerce, is going into reverse gear this week – a red flag for money matters. It’s a good time to revise your budget, and be careful when it comes to financial transactions. It would be wise to read the small print before signing on the dotted line. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 4, 41, 11, 51, 2, 46